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From San Diego Magazine, enjoy this list of 28 of the best trails to hike, bike, run, & stroll in sunny San Diego!

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Exercise Level: Easy

If you’re a runner with zero experience, these trails are short, flat, and well maintained, just like a good crew cut.

Exercise Level: Difficult

Steeper and tougher than trail running routes, these are best reserved for experienced trail runners or those with hiking boots.

Exercise Level: Moderate

Make a run for the (city) border. These trails are worth the drive.

Exercise Levels: Easy - Moderate

Places in San Diego to do specific training workouts, like speedwork, hill repeats, and tempo runs.

Exercise Levels: All Levels

The most spectacular vistas San Diego has to offer—guaranteed to take your mind off the hard work you’re putting in as you run.

Exercise Level: All Levels

Three favorite places for moseying pedal pushers and hardcore speedsters alike.

Exercise Level: Easy & Difficult

These dirt trails provide a run that’s challenging, but not quite as butt-busting as a trail up a mountain.

Exercise Level: Easy

These paths are paved, flat, and loaded with fun things for kids to look at.

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